Supabase: The Rise of Vibe Coding Infrastructure
Vibe coding has become a dominant force in the tech industry, with startups like Lovables and Replits leading the way. However, it’s not just these front-facing companies that are reaping the rewards. The infrastructure builders behind them are also seeing tremendous success.
One such company is Supabase, an open-source database platform that has become the backend of choice for the vibe-coding world. Recently, Supabase raised an impressive $100 million at a $5 billion valuation, just months after closing a $200 million round at $2 billion. What sets Supabase apart is its co-founder and CEO, Paul Copplestone, who has a unique strategy of turning down lucrative enterprise contracts from demanding customers. Instead, he is focused on sticking to his product vision and letting the world come to him. And so far, his bet has paid off.
In a recent episode of JS’s Equity podcast, Julie Bort sat down with Copplestone to discuss Supabase’s rapid rise and what it means for vibe coding, developers, and the database giants that have traditionally dominated the market.
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Supabase’s success is a testament to the power of staying true to your vision and betting on innovation in a rapidly changing tech landscape. As vibe coding continues to evolve, companies like Supabase are leading the charge and shaping the future of the industry.

